An Assistive Device refers to any tool, equipment, software, or electronic device designed to support individuals with impairments in completing tasks that might otherwise require assistance, thereby promoting their independence.

Assistive Devices on this page are divided into those that can assist people who are Blind or have Visual Impairments; people who are Deaf or have Hearing Impairments and people who are DeafBlind. While loss of Taste, Smell, Touch and Spacial Awareness also fall under Sensory, the loss of these senses do not generally lead to a disability and there is very limited equipment that can assist.

These Assistive Devices are listed under various categories below which describes their function. These Assistive Devices encompass equipment that can be used in Education, Assist in the workplace, Daily Living Accessories, Mobility and sport, Safety, Therapy and Support.

DiSA does not supply these Assistive Devices but does introduce relevant suppliers and provides direct links to these products, while also providing an overview of different products available in South Africa as well as their benefits.

Readers can explore the categories listed on the right, or below which link to further information.